verbally

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Recent Examples of verbally Throughout 40 hours of interviews, Reubens, a perfectionist, and Wolf verbally tussle over control on the project. Erin Jensen, USA Today, 24 May 2025 Throughout Wednesday, groups of men were spotted detaining individuals inside the downtown courthouse, with many of those agents wearing badges or verbally identifying themselves as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, according to four attorneys. Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025 Using three-way communication—delivering a message verbally, reinforcing it in writing and confirming understanding through feedback—enhances accuracy, ensures alignment and fosters a supportive environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025 When has the audience ever responded verbally in unison to a sketch? Sam Reed, Glamour, 17 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for verbally
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verbally
aloud
Adverb
  • On Friday, May 30, the jury heard from witness Talita Maia through a transcript read aloud by court staff.
    Michaela Zee, Variety, 2 June 2025
  • The secrets were so sacred they could not be uttered aloud inside the village.
    Derrick Bryson Taylor, New York Times, 30 May 2025

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